Assistant Fin Ctrl Acc

Suncorp Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Employee discounts and rewards

Job summary

Suncorp Group is seeking an Assistant Financial Control Accountant to support month-end close, reconciliations and general ledger accuracy in a large financial services setting. This permanent full-time role is open to Brisbane or Sydney with a hybrid work arrangement.

You will work with the Finance & Advice team to ensure compliant financial reporting, assist with audits, and contribute to process improvements while developing in a dynamic group.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or related discipline.
• 2+ years' experience in a junior accounting, assistant accountant or similar role.
• Experience with reconciliations, journals and month-end processes.
• Solid understanding of general ledger and accounting principles.
• High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.
• Strong Excel capability.
• Exposure to Oracle or similar system (desirable).
• CA/CPA studies commenced or willingness to commence (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end close activities including preparing journals.
• Maintain balance sheet and bank reconciliations with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Investigate and resolve ledger and reconciliation issues.
• Ensure financial transactions are correctly recorded in the general ledger.
• Support audit requirements and respond to audit queries.
• Apply financial control standards, policies and governance requirements.
• Contribute to improvements that strengthen accounting processes and controls.

Skills

Strong numerical accuracy

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accounting or related discipline

CA/CPA studies commenced or willingness to commence

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Assistant Financial Control Accountant

Join our Finance & Advice team as an Assistant Financial Control Accountant, supporting the integrity and accuracy of financial records across the Group.

This role is a permanent full-time role open to applicants in Brisbane or Sydney.

This is a hands-on accounting role focused on month-end close, reconciliations and general ledger accuracy within a large, complex financial services environment. You'll play a key role in ensuring financial information is complete, accurate and compliant.

What You'll Do

• Complete month-end close activities including preparing journals
• Maintain balance sheet and bank reconciliations with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Investigate and resolve ledger and reconciliation issues
• Ensure financial transactions are correctly recorded in the general ledger
• Support audit requirements and respond to audit queries
• Apply financial control standards, policies and governance requirements
• Contribute to improvements that strengthen accounting processes and controls

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Accounting or related discipline
• 2+ years' experience in a junior accounting, assistant accountant or similar role
• Experience with reconciliations, journals and month-end processes
• Solid understanding of general ledger and accounting principles
• High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy
• Strong Excel capability
• Exposure to Oracle or similar system (desirable)
• CA/CPA studies commenced or willingness to commence (desirable)
• Structured, methodical approach with strong accountability for outcomes
• Curiosity for continuous improvement

What We Can Offer You

At Suncorp, we offer benefits that support, empower, and reward our people. Some of our perks include:

• Competitive annual salary
• Flexible work arrangements – a hybrid working model that lets you work from home and the office.
• Employee discounts and rewards – exclusive offers at over 400 major Australian retailers, including Myer, David Jones, Coles, and Woolworths, as well as discounts on Suncorp products and insurance. (only eligible for permanent employees)
• Study support – we encourage ongoing learning and offer study support to eligible employees.
• Parental leave – 20 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Wellness programs – including discounts on health insurance and gym memberships.

Note: Specific benefits may vary depending on role, level, and location.

At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected.